$5,000Claim Limit
$80–$110Filing Fee
3 yrsSOL Period
10 daysAppeal Window
Connecticut Small Claims Rules
| Court Name | Superior Court — Small Claims Session |
| Claim Limit | $5,000 ($5,000 for businesses) |
| Filing Fee | ~$80–$110 (varies by claim amount and county) |
| Statute of Limitations | 3 years for most contract disputes |
| Attorneys | ✓ Attorneys allowed Attorneys are allowed |
| Service of Process | Certified mail (by the court) |
| Appeal Deadline | 10 days from judgment |
| Judgment Valid For | 20 years |
| Online Filing | ✓ Available — File Online → |
| Official Court Website | https://www.jud.ct.gov/smallclaims → |
Connecticut Security Deposit Rules
| Return Deadline | 30 days |
| Penalty for Violation | 2× the wrongfully withheld amount |
| Wages SOL | 2 years |
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What You Need to Know About Connecticut Small Claims
Connecticut small claims are a session of the Superior Court, giving judgments significant legal weight. Connecticut judgments are valid for 20 years — the longest in this group. Online filing is available. The appeal window is a brief 10 days.
Filing Tips for Connecticut
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Connecticut allows online filing — visit the Judicial Branch website to start your claim
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Judgments are valid for 20 years — one of the longest enforcement windows in the US
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You have only 10 days to appeal — act immediately if you disagree with a ruling
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The court handles service by certified mail — you don't need to arrange it yourself
Common Cases in Connecticut
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